Ingredients

  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup butter or 1 cup shortening
  • 1 cup mashed potatoes
  • 1/4 cup cocoa
  • 4 eggs
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon clove
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 cups flour

Method

  • Preheat oven to 350 Deg.
  • In a large mixing bowl, blend butter and sugar. Add potatoes and cocoa.
  • Add eggs and milk.
  • Mix together flour, BP,spices and add to other ingredients.
  • Pour into a greased 13 X 9 inch pan.
  • Bake at 350 deg. for 1 hour.
  • When cooled, top with your choice of frosting.